Islamic governance in action: Malaysia's approach to Rohingya refugee Islamic-based assistance

This study examines Malaysia's Islamic governance mechanisms in addressing the challenges confronted by Rohingya refugees, focusing on the roles of Jabatan Agama Islam Selangor (JAIS) and Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM). Employing a qualitative approach with a case study design, t...

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Main Authors: Aizat Khairi, Andika Ab. Wahab, Mohd Na'eim Ajis, Mohd Ramlan Mohd Arshad
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Language:English
Published: Penerbit Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia 2024
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author Aizat Khairi,
Andika Ab. Wahab,
Mohd Na'eim Ajis,
Mohd Ramlan Mohd Arshad,
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Mohd Na'eim Ajis,
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description This study examines Malaysia's Islamic governance mechanisms in addressing the challenges confronted by Rohingya refugees, focusing on the roles of Jabatan Agama Islam Selangor (JAIS) and Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM). Employing a qualitative approach with a case study design, the research explores Malaysia's intricate response to the Rohingya refugee crisis, speciHically in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor. The purposive sampling method involves engaging JAKIM and JAIS ofHicers, offering valuable insights into Islamic governance structures. The research methodology includes content analysis of ofHicial documents, policies, and interactions with key stakeholders, aiming to illuminate the holistic approach of Islamic governance in addressing religious, legal, educational, and welfare aspects of Rohingya refugee assistance. Key Hindings unveil the roles played by JAIS and JAKIM in empowering Rohingya refugees, particularly in education and religious affairs.. Through content analysis, the research provides a comprehensive understanding of the challenges, successes, and gaps in Malaysia's Islamic governance response to the Rohingya refugee crisis. The research advocates for collaborative efforts and policy enhancements to ensure a more inclusive and compassionate environment for refugees within the Islamic context
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spelling oai:generic.eprints.org:254712025-06-30T07:12:41Z http://journalarticle.ukm.my/25471/ Islamic governance in action: Malaysia's approach to Rohingya refugee Islamic-based assistance Aizat Khairi, Andika Ab. Wahab, Mohd Na'eim Ajis, Mohd Ramlan Mohd Arshad, This study examines Malaysia's Islamic governance mechanisms in addressing the challenges confronted by Rohingya refugees, focusing on the roles of Jabatan Agama Islam Selangor (JAIS) and Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM). Employing a qualitative approach with a case study design, the research explores Malaysia's intricate response to the Rohingya refugee crisis, speciHically in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor. The purposive sampling method involves engaging JAKIM and JAIS ofHicers, offering valuable insights into Islamic governance structures. The research methodology includes content analysis of ofHicial documents, policies, and interactions with key stakeholders, aiming to illuminate the holistic approach of Islamic governance in addressing religious, legal, educational, and welfare aspects of Rohingya refugee assistance. Key Hindings unveil the roles played by JAIS and JAKIM in empowering Rohingya refugees, particularly in education and religious affairs.. Through content analysis, the research provides a comprehensive understanding of the challenges, successes, and gaps in Malaysia's Islamic governance response to the Rohingya refugee crisis. The research advocates for collaborative efforts and policy enhancements to ensure a more inclusive and compassionate environment for refugees within the Islamic context Penerbit Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia 2024 Article PeerReviewed application/pdf en http://journalarticle.ukm.my/25471/1/IJIT_26_2.pdf Aizat Khairi, and Andika Ab. Wahab, and Mohd Na'eim Ajis, and Mohd Ramlan Mohd Arshad, (2024) Islamic governance in action: Malaysia's approach to Rohingya refugee Islamic-based assistance. International Journal of Islamic Thought ( IJIT ), 26 . pp. 13-23. ISSN 2232-1314 https://www.ukm.my/ijit/
spellingShingle Aizat Khairi,
Andika Ab. Wahab,
Mohd Na'eim Ajis,
Mohd Ramlan Mohd Arshad,
Islamic governance in action: Malaysia's approach to Rohingya refugee Islamic-based assistance
title Islamic governance in action: Malaysia's approach to Rohingya refugee Islamic-based assistance
title_full Islamic governance in action: Malaysia's approach to Rohingya refugee Islamic-based assistance
title_fullStr Islamic governance in action: Malaysia's approach to Rohingya refugee Islamic-based assistance
title_full_unstemmed Islamic governance in action: Malaysia's approach to Rohingya refugee Islamic-based assistance
title_short Islamic governance in action: Malaysia's approach to Rohingya refugee Islamic-based assistance
title_sort islamic governance in action: malaysia's approach to rohingya refugee islamic-based assistance
url http://journalarticle.ukm.my/25471/
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http://journalarticle.ukm.my/25471/1/IJIT_26_2.pdf